The Invaders: How to Recognize and Report Invasive Species
The Invaders How to Recognize and Report Invasive Species © Alberta Agriculture and Forestry What is an Invasive Species? An invasive species is an organism that has been introduced into an area beyond its original geographic range and has the potential to cause severe consequences to the economic, ecological and social sustainability of an ecosystem. What are Invasive Species a Problem? Invasive species are a major problem as they ultimately transform the character, condition, form or nature of ecosystems over a substantial area. In North America, 20–30% of introduced species inflict serious environmental damage, reducing the population of endangered native plants by 42% and causing $138,000,000,000 in deficits per year. Invasive plant species have been difficult to control and nearly impossible to eradicate since their introduction into our ecosystems. What are Some Examples of I...